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Opel Rekord B Coupe 1.9 (102 Hp)
Overall Rating
Opel Rekord:
The Opel Rekord is a large family car which was built in eight generations by the German car manufacturer Opel. Between 1953 and 1986, approximately ten million were sold.
The Series D and E Rekords also spawned derivative versions manufactured by Opel's British sister company Vauxhall and in the case of the Rekord E, GM's Australian arm Holden. In 1986, the Rekord nameplate was replaced by the Opel Omega.
The Rekord name evolved into the main name of the model; at first the name was used in close relationship with the Opel Olympia name, which pre-dated the Rekord but was also reinstated in a separate model in 1967....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B Coupe Overview:
Opel Rekord (B Coupe). With 155 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.9-liter engine, with 102 Hp, offered a noticeable boost in performance over the base model. It provided a more engaging driving experience, making it a popular choice for those seeking a balance of power and usability.
Fuel Economy
Achieving 9.51 l/100 km, this engine surprisingly offered slightly better fuel economy than the smaller 1.7-liter, making it an efficient option given its increased power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Classic, elegant coupe styling
- • Robust and generally reliable CIH engines
- • Comfortable ride quality for its era
- • Good parts availability for a classic
- • Spacious interior for a coupe
Cons:
- • Lacks modern safety features
- • Performance is modest by today's standards
- • Fuel economy is not competitive with modern cars
- • Rust can be an issue on unrestored examples
- • Steering can feel vague compared to modern systems
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(P1 (Olympia): 1957 - 1960).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Rekord |
| Generation: | B Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1965 |
| End of production: | 1966 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 53.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 155 Nm @ 2600-3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1897 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | CIH |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.51 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4551 mm mm [118mm more] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [74mm more] |
| Height: | 1399 mm mm [91mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2639 mm mm [98mm more] |
| Front track: | 1325 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1325 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Opel Rekord, what would it be?